Stihl RG-KM Instruction Manual page 10

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– The operator must mount the loop handle and barrier
bar as instructed in the manual for the
KombiEngine/KombiMotor being used.
– The operator must use a harness.
￭ Working with the blades above ground level or
perpendicular to the ground increases the risk of severe
injury from thrown objects. It also exposes more of the
blades and makes the unit more difficult to control,
increasing the risk of injury. To reduce the risk of serious
or fatal injury from loss of control or thrown objects:
– Keep the blades at ground level, parallel to the
ground.
￭ To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries from contact
with the blades:
– Keep hands, feet and other body parts
away from the blades.
– Never touch the moving blades with your
hand or any other part of your body.
– Do not touch the blades while the KombiEngine is
running or the KombiMotor is connected to a battery.
￭ To reduce the risk of serious or fatal cut injuries to the
operator or bystanders from loss of control, keep proper
footing and balance at all times:
– Make sure you have good balance and a secure
footing at all times.
– Take special care in overgrown or wet terrain and
always watch for hidden obstacles such as tree
stumps, roots, rocks, holes and ditches to avoid
stumbling or falling.
– Be extremely cautious when working on slopes or
uneven ground.
– For better footing, always clear away fallen
branches, scrub, cuttings and other material, objects
or vegetation that can increase the danger of
slipping, tripping or falling.
– Never operate above waist height.
– Do not overreach.
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6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
￭ The power tool should be balanced for proper control and
less fatigue during operation.
– Adjust the position of the loop handle and/or harness
to achieve and maintain a comfortable and effective
working position in accordance with the instructions
found in the manual for the
KombiEngine/KombiMotor being used.
6.5.3 Working Conditions
WARNING
￭ Operate your power tool only under good visibility during
favorable daylight conditions.
– Postpone the work if the weather is windy, foggy,
rainy or inclement.
￭ Your power tool is a one-person machine.
– Bystanders, especially children, and animals should
not be allowed in the area where it is in use.
– Switch it off immediately if you are approached.
￭ To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders and
unauthorized users:
– Shut off the KombiEngine or switch off the
KombiMotor and remove the connecting cord before
work breaks and any other time the power tool is not
in use. Never leave the unit unattended.
￭ Sparks generated from operation of the power tool may be
capable of igniting combustible gases, liquids, vapors,
dusts or other combustible materials and substances. To
reduce the risk of fire and explosion:
– Never operate the power tool in a location where
combustible gases, liquids, vapors, dusts or other
combustible materials and substances are present.
– Read and follow recommendations issued by
government authorities (e.g., OSHA) for identifying
and avoiding the hazards of combustible gases,
liquids, vapors, dusts or other combustible materials
and substances.
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